Day Trips from Cusco to Maras Salt Pools - page 2

Explore the rich cultural and natural heritage of Peru on the Valle Sagrado VIP Tour. Journey through the historic sites of Chinchero, Moray, and the iconic Salineras de Maras, while enjoying a delightful buffet lunch in Urubamba. This full-day adventure, ideal for all ages, offers a perfect blend of archaeology, local traditions, and breathtaking landscapes. With a professional guide, gain insights into the ancient Inca civilization and the vibrant culture of the Andes. This tour is designed for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Peru's history and natural beauty. - Full-day guided tour visiting Chinchero, Moray, and Salineras de Maras - Enjoy an authentic buffet lunch featuring traditional Andean dishes - Suitable for all ages with moderate difficulty level - Includes hotel pickup from central Cusco for convenience

On this tour, passengers will explore some of the most iconic sites of the Sacred Valley. The experience includes visits to Chinchero, known for its traditional weaving and Inca ruins; the impressive circular terraces of Moray; the ancient salt mines of Maras; and the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo. Travelers can expect stunning landscapes, cultural insights, and guided explanations by a local English-speaking guide, all in a well-paced and enriching day.

· We work with the best schedules to visit Las Salineras de Maras and Moray quietly. Making your experience unique · We work in private services to have more time of visit and comfort. · Our guides are accredited professionals, specialists in Nature and Culture for this route. · Our transports with all the certification, are private, modern and comfortable to make your trip pleasant.

Visit the pre-Incan salt mines at Salineras de Maras and the ruins at Moray to learn about the cultural history of the area. Begin your tour in Cusco and take in the beautiful scenery on your trip to the Maras township. Learn about the region from your tour guide before exploring the salt wells and agricultural terraces.

See the Sacred Valley of Peru away from the crowds on this all-terrain vehicle tour. Travel from Cusco to the Sacred Valley where you’ll ride ATVs through its mountain meadows. Along the way visit Moray to see the circular terraces of its Incan archaeological site and the terraced pools of the Maras Salt Mines. Places on this small group tour are limited to 10 participants.

Discover the wonders that are hidden in our Super Sacred Valley + Maras and Moray tour, an unmissable experience if you want to know a little more of the Andean region in just one day. The Super Sacred Valley tour is the perfect prelude to visit Machu Picchu so we recommend taking the train to Aguas Calientes in the afternoon. Door-to-door service included: We pick you up directly at the door of your hotel and drop you off at the same location at the end of the tour. Important: This service is only available for accommodations located in Cusco’s Historic Center. In case of traffic or external conditions that prevent access, a nearby meeting point will be arranged in advance.

Experience the perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure on our Llama Picnic Day Tour to Chinchero, Maras, and Moray. This unique tour is ideal for couples, families, and groups of travelers who want to enjoy a full day of exploration and relaxation in the breathtaking Sacred Valley. Interact with friendly llamas during a scenic outdoor picnic set against stunning Andean landscapes, a truly unforgettable photo opportunity. Discover the rich textile traditions of Chinchero with expert local guides, and explore the fascinating Incan salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces of Moray, learning about ancient farming techniques still in use today. With comfortable transportation, small groups, and a well-paced itinerary, this tour offers a seamless combination of adventure, culture, and relaxation, perfect for travelers seeking an authentic Andean experience in a single day.

Discover the Sacred Valley with a local expert who grew up in these mountains. This private journey is a photographer’s dream, meticulously timed to avoid the crowds and capture the perfect light at Moray and Maras. You will experience the soul of Chinchero through its ancestral weaving techniques and enjoy our signature "Llama Lunch"—a unique, tranquil meal shared with friendly llamas in a stunning Andean setting. With 30 years of experience, I offer a flexible pace and official, high-standard private transport, ensuring an elite and authentic adventure tailored exclusively to your desires.

the excursion to this site of the sacred valley is the best and the walks are very good our guides are the best in cusco also the lunch is excellent.

Have a closer look at Incan ingenuity by contemplating the outstanding and enigmatic Moray Enjoy the beautiful terraces of Maras as you learn from salt elaboration in hands of their inhabitants and join in to participate and test the different types of their products.

Tick off two of Peru’s most important Incan archaeological sites on a day trip that takes you off the beaten path in the Sacred Valley from Cusco. You’ll beat the crowds and discover the Agricultural Terraces of Moray—a masterclass in agricultural innovation—and the Maras Salt Pools in the Andean town of Maras.

Adventurous, active travelers will love this day tour by ATV. See the sights around Cusco in an exciting way. After being instructed how to drive the vehicles safely, you'll drive through the Sacred Valley and visit places that many standard tours miss. Drive through Andean villages, to Inca archaeological sites, and salt mines operating the traditional way.

Stretching from Pisac in the South to Machu Picchu in the north, the Sacred Valley is a cornucopia of majestic and steep mountains, ancient ruins, rushing rivers, craft markets, terraced hillsides, good food and native people who value and take care of their homeland.

This is a private tour suitable for families and friends so you can fit the tour to your own schedule and interests! It tour covers the main tourist attractions of the sacred valley of the Incas. You will visit Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero citadels as well as the Moray agricultural experimentation center and the salt mines. These are the main tourist attractions of the sacred valley of the Incas.

Embark on a private adventure to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines on a stress-free half-day tour from Cusco. This personalized Peruvian experience eliminates the challenges of navigating independently, offering exclusivity and comprehensive exploration. Begin at the Inca ruins of Moray, a fascinating agricultural experimentation center. Next, visit the famous salt mines. Lastly, stop at a textile center to witness the traditional alpaca or llama wool dyeing, mirroring ancient Inca practices.

Discover Maras, Moray, and the Salt Mines on ATVs with this exciting half-day tour from the city of Cusco. This tour is a great alternative for travelers who enjoy adventure, adrenaline, and exploring iconic destinations in a fun and unique way. Riding an ATV through the Andean highlands near the Sacred Valley allows you to take in breathtaking landscapes, including majestic snow-capped peaks and rolling hills. Along the route, we’ll stop at scenic viewpoints where you can capture memorable photos. Throughout the journey, a professional guide will share interesting insights and history about the places you visit. We offer two daily departures: one in the morning and one in the afternoon, so you can choose the time that best fits your schedule.

This full day tour to the Sacred Valley is a rich and varied experience that combines history, culture and natural beauty. It is the perfect option for those who wish to explore the hidden treasures of the ancient Inca empire and enjoy the wonders of the region in a single day. Come and live this experience with us, you will love it!

What makes this visit special is the perfect combination of history, culture and unique landscapes in the Sacred Valley. Accompanied by a professional guide, you will discover Moray, an impressive Inca agricultural laboratory where circular platforms show the advanced technology of this civilization. In Maras you will know the charm of a traditional Andean village, with its colonial streets and panoramic views of the mountains. Finally, you will explore the famous Salineras de Maras, a collection of more than 3,000 salt pools used since pre-Inca times, where the tradition of artisanal extraction is still maintained. This tour offers you tourist transport, specialized accompaniment and the opportunity to know three unique destinations in half a day, making it the ideal choice for those who want to make the most of their visit to Cusco and discover the cultural and natural richness of the Andes. Travel with Aremika Travel, a 100% local travel agent and operator in Cusco

MORNING TOUR 6:40 am-6:50 am: Pick up from the Plaza de Armas. 7:50 am – 8:00 am: Arrival at the base with instruction on ATVs, safety briefing and start of the tour 8:45 am: Stop in Tiobamba to leave the ATVs and take a van to the Salineras de Maras 9:20 am: Arrival at the Salineras de Maras (cost: S/ 20) by car (not ATVs) to visit the site without many tourists. We only go to the general viewpoint, entry to the salt mines is prohibited. 9:50 am: Return to Tiobamba to take photos (10 minutes) before continuing to Moray on ATVs 10:45 am: Arrival in Moray (cost: S/ 70) and 20-30 minutes time to visit the site 12:00 pm: Arrival at the ATV base and return to Cusco 1:00 pm: Arrival in Cusco (two blocks from the Plaza de Armas)

Discover the wonders of the Sacred Valley on this exclusive VIP tour. Visit five key destinations, including archaeological sites, vibrant markets, and cultural hotspots, all in one day. This tour includes a delicious buffet lunch and is designed for those seeking a thorough and immersive experience.

A day full of history and culture awaits you in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Starting with a 6:40 a.m. pickup, you'll explore iconic archaeological sites such as Chinchero, Salineras de Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisaq. In Urubamba, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. This tour is ideal for history and nature lovers looking to immerse themselves in the rich Inca heritage. - Pick up from your accommodation at 6:40 am - Visit to the archaeological sites mentioned - Buffet lunch in Urubamba included - Visit to the Textile, Salt Production and Goldsmithing Centers

You will start this fantastic adventure by visiting the Women of the Community Textile Center, where you can appreciate the process of making garments based on Baby Alpaca. You will continue to the salt wells of Maras, where you will see the process of extracting the salt while observing the unique beauty of this landscape. Then you will continue with Moray, an agricultural laboratory in the time of the Incas. A truly magical experience!

Travelers in Cusco who are short on time but want to see some attractions outside the city will find that this shared half-day tour provides exactly that. First, travel from Cusco to the Moray archaeological site in the Sacred Valley to see its circular Inca terraces. Then, continue on to the village of Maras to see the scenic salt pond terraces there. Entrance tickets are not included in the tour.

We are a travel agency committed to the community and the environment we manage small groups as our goal is to make your trip an enriching and memorable experience, we care in every detail of your trip is for them that our service includes tickets to every place you will visit in our tour you will not have to worry about changing money or loading cash as the service covers all cats of this activity. We are committed to the local communities so we will visit a craft village where you will learn from the techniques our ancestors used and if you want to help in the development of this community you can do so by purchasing some of their products voluntarily.